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Lot 580
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Superb, Decorative Map of Cyprus in Full Contemporary Color

"Cypri Insulae Nova Descript.", Ortelius, Abraham

Subject: Cyprus

Period: 1573 (dated)

Publication: Theatrum Orbis Terrarum

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.8 x 13.9 inches
50.3 x 35.3 cm
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This bold map of Cyprus is based on Giacomo Franco's map circa 1570. It is embellished with three sailing ships, a sea monster and three elaborate strapwork cartouches, one of which encloses an inset map of the Greek island of Lemnos. The map of Lemnos was drawn directly by Ortelius from a written account by the French naturalist and traveler, Pierre Belon (1553). Engraved by Jan van Deutecum. This is the third state, with stippling in the sea. French text on verso, published in 1598.

References: Van den Broecke #149.3; Stylianou, pp. 60-62.

Condition: B+

A dark impression with full contemporary color on a bright sheet with the horn coat of arms watermark commonly found on Ortelius maps. There is light soiling and minor foxing.

Estimate: $1,200 - $1,500

Current High Bid:
$600

Reserve: Reserve Not Met
Next Bid: $650

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